Find Trusted Special Needs Nannies Near Me in Dana Point, CA
We have 45 special needs nannies in Dana Point, CA! Compare and hire the best special needs nanny to fit your needs.
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Find special needs nannies in Dana Point, CA that you’ll love
44 special needs nannies are listed in Dana Point, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 10 years
Special needs nannies in Dana Point, CA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience caring for children and helping families. I am CPR certified and I have experience with newborns all the way to teenagers. I was a mother's helper for a family of 6 children. I have cared for children with special needs, cerebral palsy and autism. I love animals and I cook and clean. I am an artist...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am Charlotte, I am 29 years old and I recently returned from teaching English abroad for a year and a half!
I have over 15 years of child care experience and formerly managed a special needs group home for two autistic young adults.
My experiences with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds is something I take...
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
Joni can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our...
Betsy B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is KC!!!!
My child care experience expands across all age groups including children who have special needs. I find great pleasure and joy being an individual children look up too and a positive mentor in a child's life. I have 6+ years experience working with children in various environment. I love going on walks...
Kc can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Haley H.
Dana Point, CA
$25-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Haley
I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, cooking, and overall I love being a helper. I'm gentle, kind, and playful in my approach with kids. I'm open to having different responsibilities in the household including personal assistant work.
My experience includes;
8+ years...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring."
Laura E.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide 20 years of experience in childcare.. I have a strong affection for children and extensive expertise in caring for newborns, twins, multiples, and children with special needs. I love children and would love to work with a family where I am an extension of family! Cooking is one of my passions, and I'm happy to provide...
Genoveffa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.8
(52)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
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Carri has watched our frenchie for several overnight trips and took excellent care of her while we were gone. I prefer having her in the care of someone individually than be boarded. Carri watches your pet in her home, gives one on one attention, lots of...
Care member
As a dedicated babysitter and nanny, I have cared for children from various families, which has given me a sense of responsibility and the ability to create a safe, fun, and educational environment for the children under my care.
My experience includes working with special needs children, where I've learned skills like...
Everly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I've had the pleasure of working with families with super humans in their daily life, kids under different ways of living which I admire because we're lucky to be with so many beautiful souls that only see good. I've had the experience to work with kids on the spectrum autism, Down syndrome & ADHD. I will say it's been so nice...
Hello, I am a provider looking for part-time positions in nannying, tutoring and caregiving. I am a recent college graduate and currently work as a freelance journalist. As someone who began babysitting at the age of 12, I am extremely experienced in childcare. For the past 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with...
Hayze can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Ever since my sister was diagnosed with down syndrome when I was six my parents taught me my foundation of advocation and education about special needs. Since then I've worked for the government in Hawaii as a Personal Assitant to children/young adults in high school with autism and Down syndrome. I have also had to advocate and...
Hello! I'm Cayla a nurturing and experienced nanny with a passion for providing care to children. I specialize in creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment for children of all ages. I take pride in my ability to handle various responsibilities, including cooking nutritious meals, maintaining a tidy home, and caring for...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
For the past six years, I was a full-time nanny for a family in Cleveland, Ohio caring for all three of their children since birth.
I recently moved to Irvine California for a job transfer and I am now looking for a new family to call me their Mary Poppins.
I have more than 10-years of full-time experience with infants,...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is really great at childcare. We've had her care for our grandchildren and we've watched her handle both good behavior and challenging behavior. She is competent, gentle and caring as well as bright and innovative in getting them active in productive...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children.
Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years.
I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references.
I have a BS in Child...
Ciara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and sending updates while this mom is at work. I would...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR/first aid/aed certified I have taken child development and general psychology classes. I am fully vaccinated. I have my own vehicle. I have 8 years experience and have amazing references willing to talk with you about my time with their family. I have excellent experience with newborns and toddlers and have also cared...
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Crystal was prompt and was great with our two children of 6yo and 11mo. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...
Care member
Andrea M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm Andrea & have cared for children and adults for 18 years. I cater to families as a day & overnight nanny during 6-14 hour shifts. I assist with postpartum confinement /quarantine period. I have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples & children with...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped...
Care member
I'm 26 years old and I live in Mission Viejo. I have babysat & tutored for the past five years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). My experience caring for children includes meal prep, dog walking, diaper changing, light house cleaning,...
Ashley A.
San Clemente, CA
$17-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part-Time To Full-Time Nanny Available Through Summer And Next Year
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had years of experience with kids. I love kids with special needs and I have such a heart and patience for them and just kids in general. I enjoy playing and sharing life with them. I love the outdoors and am always willing to be active with the family.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a preschool teacher for 15 years children 0-6-year-olds. Also have worked with special needs children 4 months- 17-year-olds. I have also been a caregiver for about 20 years working with adults/ elderly with all kind of diagnosis. My passion is helping others.
Nayeli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Dana Point, CA
Joni C.
5.0
Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our children adored her and were mostly...
- Betsy B.
Haley H.
5.0
Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring.
- Laura E.
Carri C.
5.0
I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I am a way from them.
Carri was...
- Care member
Laura K.
5.0
Laura is exceptional! Creative, fun, smart, organized, always putting the needs of the kids and parents first. Truly, a nanny extraordinaire!
- Care member
Ciara F.
5.0
I conversed with Ciara about a job for my son - I had sought her out specifically because she fit the profile I was looking for when looking for a nanny. She wasn't a match for us due to our timings not lining up, but she was pleasant, professional, kind and bent over backwards to try and make...
- Alyssa L.